I was at the Lerner to watch the free, pre-Thanksg...

I was at the Lerner to watch the free, pre-Thanksgiving showing of Elf; and, as usual it was a wonderful experience. The staff and volunteers were very helpful, kind, and patient with all the people. The venue itself, inside the theater was gorgeous, and the seats, the floors, and the bathrooms were very neat and clean. I always enjoy going to this theater. This is especially true because I remember, when I was younger and it was the Elco, how dingy, dusty, and grimy it used to be, but it always showed echoes of the beauty that once was. So, seeing all the renovations and the beauty that has been restored, it is always special walking into Lerner, staring up at the ceiling that used to have a gray tinge and peeling paint and see rich golds and ornate, intricate designs fitting of a theater.